Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
The City of Manchester will be closed on Monday, November 12, 2018 in observance of the Veterans Day Holiday. The City of Manchester will reopen for all business Tuesday, November 13, 2018.
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Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
The annual Veterans' Day Parade will be held on Sunday, November 11, 2018 at 10:40 AM. This parade will cause the closure of Elm St from Webster St to Granite St @ 10:00 AM and motorists should avoid the area of Elm St. The closure of Elm St will cause traffic delays on streets adjacent and parallel...
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Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
There will be no refuse or recycling collection on Monday, November 12, 2018 in observance of the Veteran's Day Holiday. Residents whose collection day falls on the holiday should place their items for pickup on the following day; all other residents should put their items out on their normal colle...
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City residents were not deterred by inclement weather on a dreary Election Day as they turned out in record numbers to cast their votes for various state and federal offices. A total of 37,600 votes (or 61% of registered voters, including 5,043 same-day registrants) were the most votes cast for any midterm election held in Manchester's history. Unofficial results are available by ward, by floterial district, and from a citywide view.
The Secretary of State's Office will release officials results upon certification.
In observance of Independence Day The Tax Collector Office is closing on Monday November 12, 2018.
We will resume our normal business schedule on Tuesday November 13, 2018.
Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
The annual Veterans' Day Parade will be held on Sunday, November 11, 2018 at 10:40 AM. This parade will cause the closure of Elm St from Webster St to Granite St @ 10:00 AM and motorists should avoid the area of Elm St. The closure of Elm St will cause traffic delays on streets adjacent and parallel...
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Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
Road Construction on Maple St and Webster St will begin on Wednesday, November 7th. Work will include reclaiming and grading the full width of Maple St. from North St. through the intersection with Webster St. The work area will remain closed overnight during construction. Work is expected to t...
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As a reminder - ALL Election Day voter registrations MUST be completed at your correct polling location. Registrations cannot be accepted at City Hall.
To find your polling location, check our "Where do I vote" page. All polls in Manchester close at 7:00 p.m. on November 6, 2018.
Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
The Office of the City Clerk will be open for election related business only. City Hall will reopen for all business on Wednesday, November 7, 2018, and extended hours will resume on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. ADDITIONAL ELECTION LINKS AND INFORMATION The election will be held between the hours o...
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Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
The Manchester City Marathon, which will greatly impact traffic in the City, will be held on Sunday, November 4, 2018. The marathon starts at 8:50 AM and will last roughly until 2:30 PM. Elm St will be closed from Bridge St to Lake Ave for the entire length of the event. There will be significant de...
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Hello all,
Attached is the November Manchester Parks, Recreation & Cemeteries Email Newsletter. Fall is the prettiest season and seems like the shortest! Check out the parks this month and go for your last round of golf at the Derryfield this year! See you at the ice arenas after that for Public Skate.
Enjoy!
November Newsletter
Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
Homes on Maple St., between Salmon St. and North St. are currently without service. There is a crew on-site working on repairs and this stretch of road will remain closed until the repairs are finished. For further information please contact the Manchester Water Works at 624-6494.
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Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
Trick-or-Treating in Manchester is tonight from 6pm to 8pm. Please drive carefully and slowly. There are sure to be lots of little monsters and goblins walking the streets. Have a safe and Happy Halloween.
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The City of Manchester, through its Planning and Community Development Department, has issued a request for proposals to update its master plan. Please respond to the RFP by December 10, 2018. You may contact Pamela Goucher, Deputy Director of Planning and Zoning, with any questions at 603-624-6450.
Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
In preparation for the upcoming winter, the City will be testing the snow emergency flashing lights at various intersections throughout the City on Thursday November 1st. Please be advised, if you see the white lights flashing on this day, it is a test.
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Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
Due to computer system upgrade, the Planning & Building Department will be closed on: Friday, October 26, 2018, 7:30 am – 5:00 pm This is an effort to improve our customer’s experience! All Construction & Housing Code Inspections will be performed if previously scheduled. Thank you for your pati...
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Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
The Manchester Police Department would like to advise you of an event this weekend, on Sunday, October 28, 2018 that may cause traffic delays and increase traffic congestion. The event is the annual Trick or Trot that will begin at Arms Park on Sunday at 2:00 PM. COURSE: START: Arms Park adjacen...
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Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
Due to computer system upgrade, the Planning & Building Department will be closed on: Friday, October 26, 2018, 7:30 am – 5:00 pm This is an effort to improve our customer’s experience! All Construction & Housing Code Inspections will be performed if previously scheduled. Thank you for your pati...
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Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
The Manchester Police Department would like to advise the motoring public of four events this Saturday and Sunday, October 21-22 that will cause traffic delays and congestion. ----------------------------- Saturday October 20, 2018 ----------------------------- The Howl-O-Ween 5K that will begin at...
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Manchester, NH: City - Advisory
Weekly curbside collection of yard waste resumes Monday, October 22. Material must be placed at the curb by 7 AM on your regular trash collection day. No individual branches or stumps greater than three inches in diameter or three feet in length will be collected. Yard waste must be in biodegrada...
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The Manchester Health Department announced today that a batch of mosquitoes collected in Manchester on September 25 has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). This is the first EEE positive mosquito batch identified in Manchester this year and the first since 2013.
According to Anna Thomas, MPH, Manchester’s Public Health Director, “We want to remind the public that the mosquito season is not yet over. Adult mosquitoes can be active through the first ‘hard frost’, so everyone must continue to remain vigilant in eliminating mosquito breeding areas and taking personal precautions including the use of an effective insect repellent, to prevent being bitten by mosquitoes.” The Manchester Health Department continues its mosquito surveillance program and will keep the public informed about additional results.
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Sample ballots for the upcoming State General Election to be held on November 6, 2018 in all twelve wards are now available. Absentee ballots are also available upon application which may be obtained directly from our website on our Voter Registration and Elections page, by email upon request, or in person at our office during our convenient hours, Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Tuesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
This morning, Manchester Library Staff and Trustees and Mayor Joyce Craig announced all Manchester public libraries will eliminate overdue fines on children’s and young adult collections, starting today.
“With this move, we can truly say any child in our community can afford to check out a book at our libraries,” said Mayor Joyce Craig. “The libraries in Manchester are much more than a collection of books — they’re pivotal centers of our community. No child should be unable to engage in learning because of their family’s income level.”
The decision to eliminate overdue fines is part of a growing national trend in library policies to promote reading. Manchester library staff also noticed there was an issue once they held discussions with families who said they hadn’t been to a library in years due to their inability to pay late fees.
“We’ve recently begun working closer with the Manchester School District, and we realized we needed books to be as accessible as they can to our children and students,” said Denise van Zanten, Library Director. “Eliminating fines on materials for our young learners will continue to promote early literacy and drive our efforts forward.”
“By eliminating fines on children’s and young adult materials, we are taking down a barrier and opening a door to a critical resource for children and teens where they can continue to learn and grow,” added Karyn Isleb, Head of Youth Services and Alex Graves, Teen Librarian, Manchester City Library.
Library users will still be asked to pay for lost or damaged children and young adult items.
For more information about the Manchester City Library and our programs and activities please contact the Library at (603) 624-6550 or visit our website.
The Office of the City Clerk continues our commitment to making your election experience as pleasant as possible. In an effort to minimize waiting in long lines on Election Day, we will be conducting yet another series of Voter Registration Drives prior to the State General Election on November 6, 2018. Register to vote now so you don't wait in line on election day! You can find us at the following locations in Manchester:
Tuesday, September 25, 2018 - Southern New Hampshire University (2500 River Road)from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 - The Lofts at Mill West (195 McGregor Street) from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 27, 2018 - Manchester Community College (1066 Front Street) from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 11, 2018 - University of New Hampshire (88 Commercial Street) fron 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
For more information on voter registration, check out our "How to Register" page, email us at cityclerk@manchesternh.gov or call us at (603) 624-6455.
BAE Systems Expanding NH Footprint with Big Plans in Manchester
The New Hampshire Department of Business and Economic Affairs, the City of Manchester, and the New Hampshire Business Finance Authority are pleased to announce expansion plans by one of New Hampshire’s largest employers and leader in its aerospace and defense industry.
BAE Systems is finalizing plans to occupy 3000 Goffs Falls Rd. to expand its operations. The 220,000-sf site, located off Brown Avenue, with close access to Manchester-Boston Regional Airport and Interstates 93 and 293, will enable the company to attract the talent it needs to initially fill 400 high-paying positions. The Manchester Mayor and Board of Aldermen will consider details on the proposed expansion.
“This is a great example of how working quickly and creatively with the business community can yield impressive results,” said Gov. Chris Sununu. “No income or sales tax, great schools, incredible natural beauty, ease of access to urban centers and a vibrant and dynamic workforce all contribute to there really being no better place to live, work and raise a family. We look forward to continuing to work collaboratively to meet the needs BAE Systems expansion efforts and bring more job opportunities to Granite Staters.”
Taylor Caswell, commissioner of the Department of Business and Economic Affairs, said a collaborative effort with BAE Systems, the City of Manchester and the Business Finance Authority supported the needs of the company in making the decision to expand.
“There is no way we would have reached this point without deep collaboration among teams from our department, the City of Manchester, and the NH Business Finance Authority,” said Caswell. “Our ability to work as a team to help employers meet expansion or relocation goals is critical to what we offer as a state.”
The City of Manchester will continue its support of BAE Systems’ expansion, said Mayor Joyce Craig.
“I’m thrilled BAE Systems has chosen to expand here in Manchester,” she said. “Manchester is the economic hub for the state. This is the first time the City of Manchester, the Department of Business and Economic Affairs and the Business Finance Authority have worked together to bring new, good paying jobs into the Queen City. We now have a successful model, and I look forward to continue promoting Manchester’s pro-business environment.”
The New Hampshire Business Finance Authority understands the significance of BAE Systems to the state’s growing aerospace and defense industry, said Executive Director James Key Wallace.
“This partnership with BAE provides an exciting opportunity for Manchester and all of the communities supported by BAE’s significant presence in the state. Our innovative and collaborative approach to structuring this expansion shows that New Hampshire is able to attract world class companies who create high quality jobs,” he said.